Home Is Where the Fun Is

How's your summer going? Amidst all the popsicles and playtime, are you engaging your kids' minds to set them up for success this fall? Overcoming the Summer Slide Worried about the "summer slide"? Yo...

Why Teaching Reading May Be the Best Part of Homeschooling

There’s nothing quite like the moment your child sounds out their first word—or finishes a whole book with a proud grin. Teaching reading at home isn’t just rewarding—it’s kind of electrifying. So, ho...

2025 Photo Shoot

For years now, you have provided photo-studio-quality pictures of real-life Timberdoodle kids around the world. This year, we're asking you to do it again. Will you set aside a moment to take pictur...

5 Placement Questions to Consider

Your kids don’t fit a mold—and we love that about them! Every child learns and grows at their own pace, so most students won’t match a curriculum level perfectly. (That’s precisely why Timberdoodle K...

Art Lowers Stress

If I say that art boosts motor skills and creativity, you’ll probably nod and agree. But did you know it can do much more? A deep dive into research—including the World Health Organization’s review of...

11 Thoughts for Homeschooling Struggling Children

( From a Family Who's Been There, Done That, and Maybe Bought the T-shirt ) If you called me up and asked for help with your struggling kiddo, these are the questions I'd be tossing your way over a mu...

How Do I Fit More Reading into My Day?

We get it—between spelling tests, snack breaks, and the occasional sibling squabble, fitting in more reading can feel impossible. But it is possible—and even fun! Here are  nine easy, flexible ways ...

A Day in the Life of Our Homeschool

Life in our home is anything but quiet—six boys ages 0 to 10 will do that! Over the years, we’ve found that what works best for us isn’t a rigid schedule where the clock dictates every move, but a rou...

Wanted: Product Photographers

You know those catalog photos where the background looks AI-generated and the kids could be plastic cutouts? We want the opposite. We're looking for a handful of homeschool families to photograph our ...

Feeling Stuck?

9 Steps When Homeschool Feels Like Climbing Mount Everest Let's be real: everyone hits a rough patch in homeschooling. Maybe it's you groaning as you pull a massive textbook out of the box... Maybe ...

Teaching Multiple Young Children at the Same Time

You Asked: How do I teach a 3- and 5-year-old together? Should I just use a Pre-K curriculum and challenge my older one separately? Our Answer: We love this question! First, grab our early education ...

FAQ: Learning Challenges

Got questions about learning struggles? You're not alone—and you're in the right place! Here's an overview on tackling tough topics with Timberdoodle: Q: Does Timberdoodle have a special needs curric...

9 Delightfully Playful Tips for Homeschooling Your Brilliant Firecracker

When a parent emailed asking for tips on homeschooling her gifted daughter, we couldn't help but spill all our best secrets gathered over decades of navigating life with pint-sized brainiacs. Ready ...

Career Planning for Your Homeschooled High School Students

8 Real-Life Tips for the Road Ahead 1. A GED Isn't the Worst Case In our family, a GED represents graduation, not failure. Yes, some people hear "GED" and equate it with dropping out of high school. B...

Workbooks Are Blank Walls

And Other Surprisingly Fun Reasons to Use Them with Your Little Guys Whenever we mention workbooks for kids under five, a few well-meaning folks chime in: "He's too young for worksheets." "Just let hi...

Our YouTube Channel

We invite you to subscribe to Timberdoodle's YouTube channel for helpful product overviews, FAQs, and homeschooling tips. Especially watch for a peek into each of our curriculum kits in mid-April wh...

6 Fun Questions to Figure Out Why Your Child Isn't Loving Reading (Yet!)

"My 7-year-old still isn't reading at the level I thought she would." "My 14-year-old knows phonics but reads sloooowly—and guesses at big words!" Sound familiar? If so, don't panic. Reading is the ...

How Timberdoodle Does Homeschooling

One of the questions we hear all the time is: "What's your homeschool style?" And the short answer is... we don't fit neatly in any one box. We love what works. We ditch what doesn't. And we believe ...

9 Things to Love About Timberdoodle Curriculum Kits

1. Packed With Hands-On Fun We know wiggly kids learn best by doing, so we fill our kits with STEM, art, history, and more! Your kinesthetic learner will be busy (and loving it). "Simply love the curr...

Our Family's Daily Routine

We have twin kindergarteners and a young preschooler, so our academic day looks something like this: 1. Breakfast and morning routine This portion of the day usually runs from 6-8 AM and includes ge...

10 Reasons to Tell Your Kids to Stop Doing School and Go Build Something!

Want a way to supercharge your homeschool day  and  keep your kids excited to learn? What if one activity could improve your child's visual perception, fine-motor skills, patience, problem-solving, sp...

Free! BambinoLUK Expansion Resources

Young children are almost always hands-on learners. That is why your child picks up and touches everything. It may look destructive, but it is how God has programmed him to learn. And because at this ...

Timberdoodle Communities

Social Media Groups for Encouragement, Support, and Idea Sharing If you hang out on any of these social media platforms, we invite you to follow us there: Instagram Facebook YouTube Pinterest Looking ...

Starting Homeschool Mid-Year

You Asked: "My 9-year-old son is in 3rd Grade and will start homeschooling after Christmas. Should I buy a full-year curriculum, even though half the year is over?" Our Answer: Great question—and you'...

How to Customize Your Timberdoodle Curriculum Kit

Ready to build your dream curriculum? With Timberdoodle's Custom Kit Builder, personalizing your child's education is easier (and way more fun) than ever! What Makes It So Easy? Our intuitive tool l...

Can I Use My Scholarship, ESA, or Charter Funds for Homeschool Curriculum? (Yes — Here's How)

Quick Start Guide

Welcome to Your Timberdoodle Curriculum Kit We’re so glad you’re here! You’re about to begin a memorable year of learning, exploration, and those wonderful “I get it!” moments with your child. What a ...

2025 Gift Catalog

It's that time again—our annual Timberdoodle Gift Giveaway is officially OPEN! Here's how it works: Browse our gift catalog and pick your favorite from each of 11 categories—STEM, Logic Games, Art, Pu...

Welcome to the 2026 Curriculum Kit Launch Party!

How to Start Homeschooling: What to Know Before You Begin

So, you're thinking about homeschooling. Maybe you're excited—or overwhelmed. Probably both. That's completely normal. The good news? You don't need a teaching degree, a Pinterest-perfect classroom, o...

Do Curriculum Awards Matter?

(Yes! And No! Confused Yet? Perfect!) Let's talk about awards, shall we? Specifically, curriculum awards. You see those shiny badges, those "Best Of" accolades, those triumphant announcements (like ou...

What Makes Games a Priority?

What Makes Games a Priority? Every Timberdoodle curriculum kit includes at least one multiplayer game. Games are not just for fun (though they are!). They are essential to education because they help ...

What Makes Games a Priority?

Every Timberdoodle Curriculum Kit from Preschool and up includes at least one multiplayer game. We don’t just toss games in for giggles (though we love the giggles). We include them because they tea...

Should I Have a Homeschool Group?

And Why Doesn’t Timberdoodle Require One? You’ve probably seen homeschool programs that ask families to form groups, rotate teaching roles, and meet weekly to stay on track. Maybe you’ve even wondered...

How Do I Help My Child Listen?

Teaching Auditory Processing Without Losing Your Minds (or Your Voices) Timberdoodle kits shine with hands-on learning—perfect for wiggle-loving, touch-everything, build-it-themselves kind of kids. Bu...

Meet Your Timberdoodle Handbook

(AKA your homeschool's secret weapon) Every Timberdoodle Curriculum Kit has a Timberdoodle Handbook tucked inside — your trusty guide to a stress-free, awesome school year. Curious what's in it? Let...

Why Timberdoodle Encourages Independent Learning

And Why It's Not About Replacing You A wise mom asked us on Facebook: "Timberdoodle: I read your catalog cover to cover when it comes, and I love your thoughtful reviews of homeschooling resources. I'...